Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Storytelling for nonprofits is an avenue to connect with donors and help them relate to your work. Ethical storytelling for nonprofits produces stories that not only help nonprofits share their work and inspire donors but also honor the dignity of those the story is about. What is Nonprofit Storytelling? Stories are powerful.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 14, 2021

In part two of this series on the skills you need to be a great nonprofit storyteller, I talk about how to engage your audience emotionally through creative storytelling. In the first part of this series, I talked about why you need to define your goals, your brand and voice, and your audience before crafting your story.

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2022

Segment your audience . Ensure communication is a two-way street . Focus on impact storytelling . One of the best methods to increase your donor retention is to leverage your overall communication strategies. Direct Mail versus Digital Communications . Personalize all appeals .

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Last week, I was honored to host a virtual roundtable for a small group of nonprofit marketing and communications executives on The Art of Storytelling & Brand Identity. Harold led an exercise that challenged us to find ways to be more intentional with our storytelling. Here are my top five insights from that discussion.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

We learned the importance of technology for communication and collaboration. Lazy Communicators Got a Workout Words either make or break online relationships. With limited access to body language, tone, and context, precise communication becomes an essential skill. A constant bombardment of messages causes burnout.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

When nonprofits think about improving communication with supporters, they often think of it as a separate task from the rest of their operation. However, the most effective communication is directly informed by and integrated into all of your functions and the nonprofit tools you use. . Utilize storytelling in your communications.

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EveryAction

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, which means many organizations are busy identifying ways to show supporters appreciation for their financial support, volunteer hours, and help promoting their organization’s purpose and programs—and showing this kind of appreciation often means communicating the impact a supporter has had.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 30, 2022

When nonprofits think about improving communication with supporters, they often think of it as a separate task from the rest of their operation. However, the most effective communication is directly informed by and integrated into all of your functions and the nonprofit tools you use. . Utilize storytelling in your communications.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 12, 2021

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll unveil the art of transforming individual stories into a collective force that not only resonates with your audience but also propels your cause forward. These narratives can resonate deeply with your audience, fostering an emotional connection and a deeper understanding of your mission.

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Nonprofit marketing refers to all of the different strategies your organization uses across the various channels of communication to spread awareness about your cause and gain new supporters for your mission. Nonprofit marketing goals often focus around building recognition, fostering community, and increasing your funds raised.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 20, 2020

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 5, 2020

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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Candid

APRIL 22, 2024

Another way to get on funders’ radars is to offer to speak to their staff or boards about an issue, which can help position grassroots organizations as experts and resources that may lead to requests to speak in front of a larger audience of funders.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

But what really makes a story shine is a strong, concise message, told in a way only your unique perspective and voice can. Use these questions to guide your storytelling strategies and then add your text, images, video clips, and even narration to Adobe Spark Video! Think about ways you can delight, surprise, or move your audience.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 1, 2022

This may mean abandoning “traditional” newsletter content (like an update letter from your Executive Director) in favor of content that engages and inspires your audience to action. Share an impact story A great non-profit newsletter idea is to use storytelling. For instance, here it’s the mascot of the Salvation Army.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 5, 2022

KNOW WHO YOU’RE WRITING TO: A very important fundraising advice is to identify who your target audience is. As a non-profit organization, we communicate with different type of audiences. We can either write a letter to an individual donor, to a foundation or a corporate founder and the style of writing, the tone of voice varies.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 30, 2018

Note from Beth: Digital storytelling is key to fundraising success, but using a storytelling lens in your organization can have further benefit of busting organizational silos. Fortunately, storytelling busts silos. Organizational silos are the bane of too many nonprofit communicators’ existences. Stories are for people.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 8, 2017

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

You can also use tools to target specific audiences for your different campaigns, helping you ensure your reach the people most likely to support your cause. By targeting specific audiences, you can also tailor the type on content you’re posting to increase the likelihood of viewers turning into donors. Engagement. Fundraising.

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Kindful

APRIL 8, 2021

Huge organizations have huge teams and designated employees just for nonprofit public relations and outreach, media connections, and communications. Storytelling. One of the hottest buzzwords in nonprofit communications right now is storytelling. Tell them the struggle and communicate the emotion. Spread the word?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 19, 2024

To create meaningful material that will move audiences to action, though, a human touch and a sound communication strategy is still essential. There’s a real danger that messages from organizations without a strategic approach to communications will be drowned out in a sea of generic AI-generated content.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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Achieve

MARCH 1, 2024

Leverage the benefits of this fast-growing industry and reach a larger audience by creating a nonprofit podcast. This guide will give you the rundown on how to get started so you can smoothly host an engaging podcast that will “wow” audiences. Connect with your audience in a new way. Why start a nonprofit podcast? Stay hydrated.

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Candid

JUNE 7, 2023

As a member of Generation Z (Gen Z), or today’s 11- to 26-year-olds, I have been curious about the advice given to nonprofits on capturing younger audiences’ attention. Experts say that Gen Z: Wants to see impact through storytelling, primarily through social media videos. For example, our preference for video content rings true.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 24, 2022

Chances are an organization has the resources necessary to take the first step in engaging younger audiences. Direct marketing and communication toward younger audiences. Young people are quickly influencing how organizations communicate and market to all ages , say Feldmann & Yu. Explore networking.

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Neon CRM

JANUARY 19, 2024

Start by developing personalized communication strategies that resonate with your members. Develop a Public Relations Plan Advocacy is about being the voice of change. Identify your target audiences, whether they be policymakers, community leaders, or the general public, then develop communication strategies for each group.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It also requires strategic planning, effective communication, and innovative marketing techniques to reach your target audience and inspire them to take action. Thanks to generous donations from our community, we are able to provide life-saving care and help them find their forever homes.” Show impact and results.

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Forum One

JUNE 9, 2021

Organized by the International Awards Associate (IAA) , a group of industry innovators, creators, designers, and communications professionals deeply committed to recognize and honor the outstanding performance, talent, and effort of the best digital and creative professionals around the world. National Air & Space Museum. I’m Determined.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2019

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 31, 2011

Annaliese pointed out to us that podcasting is usually not perceived as digital storytelling , and we agreed that this is an idea worth discussing. But a podcast can be a vehicle for storytelling, if you make the effort to infuse it with a narrative. Who will serve as the voice of our nonprofit organization in our podcast?

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Forum One

MARCH 8, 2022

Forum One partnered with Catalyst to redesign their digital presence in WordPress to connect target audiences including executives, managers, and professional women and men with actionable resources to improve their work lives. Amplifying the voices of female peacemakers. Improving access to quality services for maternal health.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 8, 2021

To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years. The Vilcek Foundation has a mission to elevate and communicate the importance of immigrants’ contributions to the arts and sciences in America. NTI Nuclear Security Index. The Vilcek Foundation.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 25, 2019

If you’re having trouble connecting with your audience, it could be because you haven’t gotten to know them as well as you should. On Twitter, click on your profile icon in the upper right corner, select “Analytics” and find the “Audience” tab. And when you’re communicating that mission, be consistent! The same goes for visuals.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 18, 2011

For the most part, nonprofit organizations' online communications suffer from an identity crisis: they have no identity. A blog is an opportunity not only to change static into dynamic, but also discover and share voices from your organization. It's a chance to convene and nurture a community of storytellers.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 25, 2018

To counter the fragile nature of trust, hospital marketing and the foundation must come together for a shared purpose: to promote, maintain, and communicate trust to their communities. Their audience is the entire community— mostly strangers. This person should not only be well organized, but also love storytelling.

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Forum One

AUGUST 24, 2022

It allows us to communicate with others and build connections. For non-profits and other organizations, narrative change as a strategy is an opportunity to build power and shape the conversation around their work and their values, which is part of their communications plan and strategy. Putting narrative change into action for impact.

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